Eat Local New York Podcast

Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast, your ultimate destination for discovering the stories and passions behind New York State's thriving local food scene. Join us as we dive into insightful conversations with business owners, chefs, cooks, food truck operators, bar owners, brewery owners, distillery owners, and entrepreneurs who shape and define the local food landscape.

At Eat Local New York, our mission is to promote and celebrate the diverse culinary offerings of New York State. Through our podcast, blogs, guides, and the Eat Local New York card, we aim to connect food lovers with the best local eateries and establishments. By using the Eat Local New York card, guests can save $5 at over 150 participating restaurants across the state.

For more information on our podcast and other offerings, visit EatLocalNewYork.com. And if you're looking for exciting events in Syracuse, don't forget to check out SaltCity.Events for a taste of the local food scene.

Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the stories, flavors, and experiences that make New York State's food scene truly unique. Don't miss an episode - subscribe to the Eat Local New York Podcast today!

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Episode 19 - I was a guest on the Brent Axe Sti...
<p>This episode is a rebroadcast of my interview on the Stick To Syracuse Podcast with Brent Axe.&nbsp;</p> <p>It was a great opportunity and privilege to be a guest on Brents podcast and I wanted to share it with you.&nbsp;</p> <p>I say some pretty arrogant things in the interview about small business owners, ultimately I just feel that we could be doing a better job when it comes to running businesses and we could learn a lot more to help make decisions.&nbsp;</p> <p>Make sure to follow Eat Local CNY on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Linkedin, and YouTube @EatLocalCNY or online at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
30 min
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Episode 18 - My Vegan Friend John McDaniel
<p>This episode is with my friend and vegan, John McDaniel.&nbsp;</p> <p>I recently completed a 7 day vegan challenge and during that time I sat down with John to discuss his views on being vegan.&nbsp;</p> <p>I hope you enjoy the podcast an you can check out my daily vlog form the 7 day vegan challenge on YouTube by searching Eat Local CNY.&nbsp;</p> <p>Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and YouTube @EatLocalCNY and online at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
56 min
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Episode 17 - Michael Sgro
<p>I wanted to sit down and chat with Michael Sgro because I felt like there would be plenty of advice and tips he could give on how to be better managers of employees and staff. There has been an issue with staffing in local restaurants for awhile now and I get asked for advice all the time. My solution has been to research Google. Michaels solutions are better.&nbsp;</p> <p>You can find out more about Michael by visiting https://www.michaelsgro.com</p> <p>Don't forget to follow Eat Local CNY on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and Youtube @EatLocalCNY</p>
67 min
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Episode 16 - No Egg Craig
<p>In episode 16 I am sitting down and talking with YouTube, No Egg Craig. You can find Craig on YouTube and Instagram @NoEggCraig. You can also see the YouTube channel that Craig stated for his families candy business @HerculesCandy which has over 300,000 subscribers!&nbsp;</p> <p>I wanted to sit down with Craig and chat because he is obviously a successful vlogger and creator and he is driving sales to Hercules Candy through the YouTube channel and everything he's doing.&nbsp;</p> <p>You can follow Eat Local CNY on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and YouTube @EatLocalCNY&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>
48 min
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Episode 15 - Mike + Mike from IBU Brewery part 2
<p>Here is part two of the conversation with Mike and Mike from IBU Brewery in North Syracuse.&nbsp;</p> <p>I really enjoyed chatting with them. Make sure you follow them on social @IBUSyracuse and also check out their tap room for some delicious beers.&nbsp;</p> <p>Follow Eat Local CNY on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat @EatLocalCNY and find us online at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
46 min
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Episode 14 - Mike + Mike from IBU Brewery
<p>This is part one of a two part conversation I had with the guys from IBU Brewery in Mattydale. I LOVe the beer they produce and loved sitting down to chat with them.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>For more information on the food Photography Class, click here: https://eatlocalcny.com/collections/classes/products/food-photography-class</p> <p>To buy your Eat Local CNY card, click here: https://eatlocalcny.com/products/eat-local-cny-card</p> <p>Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat @EatLocalCNY&nbsp;</p>
31 min
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Episode 13 - Margaret McCormick
<p>Episode 13 we are sitting down and talking with local writer and editor, Margaret McCormick. You can find Margaret's blog at eat first.typepad.com or find her online on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Margaret has been a voice for the food scene in CNY for some time and I am thrilled to have sat down with her.&nbsp;</p> <p>In this episode we mention The Brine Well Eatery, Defi, and Kasai Ramen.&nbsp;</p> <p>Make sure to follow Eat Local CNY on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @EatLocalCNY or online at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
73 min
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Jimmer Szatkowski Chick-Fil-A - Episode 12
<p>This is episode 12 of the Eat Local CNY podcast and this time I am sitting down with owner of Chick-Fil-A in Cicero, NY, Jimmer Szatkowski.&nbsp;</p> <p>I was really excited to sit down with Jimmer because I am such a fan of Chick-Fil-A and how well run their business is.&nbsp;</p> <p>I know it's different for me to be promoting a national chain since we are Eat LOCAL CNY but I really feel that there is a lot to learn from this company and that Jimmer was someone worth promoting.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you don't already, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat @EatLocalCNY or online at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
40 min
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Nick Ford from Limp Lizard BBQ - Episode 11
<p>This weeks episode I am sitting down and chatting with Nick Ford who is many things to Limp Lizard BBQ. From marketing to event planning to general manager, Nick does it all at Limp Lizard and I am thrilled to get to sit down and chat with him about what it's like to run the restaurant, his history and experience in the industry, and how he does some of the marketing for the restaurant.&nbsp;</p> <p>We also talk about the upcoming Inner Harbor Wing Fest happening Friday and Saturday May 17th and 18th. We'll be there with a booth to sell the Eat Local CNY card and I will be running around taking pictures and videos for the event.&nbsp;</p> <p>Don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @EatLocalCNY and online at EatLocalCNY.com&nbsp;</p>
35 min
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Eamon Lee Part 2 - Episode 10
<p>Here is part 2 of my conversation with Eamon Lee. I cannot tell you happy I was to sit down with Eamon and discuss food and restaurants and his experience in the industry. Eamon is a local treasure and it was an honor to be able to sit down with him.&nbsp;</p> <p>Make sure to subscribe to the Eat Local CNY podcast and it would mean so much if you could leave us a review and let us know what you think of the episodes so far.&nbsp;</p> <p>Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @EatLocalCNY and online at EatLocalCNY.com&nbsp;</p>
47 min
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Eamon Lee Part 1 - Episode 9
<p>This is the first of a two part conversation I had with Eamon Lee. I'm so excited for you to hear this conversation and to learn more about Eamon Lee who has been a major influence in the restaurant and culinary world here in Syracuse and Central New York. Make sure that you subscribe to the podcast so you're ready for the second part of this conversation.&nbsp;</p> <p>Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @EatLocalCNY and find us online at EatLocalCNY.com</p> <p><br></p>
39 min
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Andrew Gracey of The Greenhouse Brew - Episode 8
<p>In this episode of the Eat Local CNY podcast I am sitting down with professional cyclist and partner in The Greenhouse Brew in Sherrill New York, Andrew Gracey.&nbsp;</p> <p>Andrew is a cyclist for Growler Performance Bikes out of Rochester New York, He is a top tier racer and has a success list a mile long. When not lining up on the trails you can find Andrew out at his cafe in Sherrill New York called The Greenhouse Brew where they are serving some of the most delicious and unique foods in CNY.&nbsp;</p> <p>Make sure to follow Eat Local CNY on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @ EatLocalCNY and buy the Eat Local CNY discount card for locally owned restaurants at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
50 min
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Chance Bear of The Ridge - Episode 7
<p>Episode 7 of The Eat Local CNY podcast is a conversation with local legend Chance Bear of The Ridge.&nbsp;</p> <p>Chance is someone you need to know and owns a restaurant that you need to get to as soon as possible. Chance has been invited down to cook at the James Beard House four times in his career.&nbsp;</p> <p>Make sure you subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review to let us know what you think of the podcast.&nbsp;</p> <p>Head over to EatLocalCNY.com and pick up your Eat Local CNY card for only $20 so you can save at 90 locally owned restaurants.&nbsp;</p>
40 min
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Eric Alderman of The Stoop Kitchen and Bakery -...
<p>In this episode I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with local restaurant owner Eric Alderman of The Stoop in Downtown Syracuse. This was a fun conversation with Eric talking about his childhood growing up in Syracuse, starting at running The Stoop back in the early 1990's, running the Stoop today, and talking about chefs and menus in restaurants and the future of the industry.&nbsp;</p> <p>Make sure you follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @EatLocalCNY.com and buy your Eat Local CNY card online at EatLocalCNY.com to save $5 at over 90 locally owned restaurants.&nbsp;</p>
59 min
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Kyle Mastropietro of Kasai Ramen - Episode 5
<p>What do you talk about with the chef/owner of the only ramen shop in Syracuse? This is a great conversation with chef and owner of Kasai Ramen, Kyle Mastropietro. Make sure you hit that subscribe button to stay up to date on the podcast and leave us a review. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @EatLocalCNY or online at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
61 min
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Oh My Darling. A new restaurant in Syracuse - E...
<p>In episode 4 of the Eat Local CNY podcast I get the opportunity to sit down with Leigh Ann and Ryan Benz owner of a new restaurant in Syracuse called Oh My Darling set to have their soft opening for the St. Patricks Day Parade. It's a great conversation about the future of Syracuse and the accomplishments and changes that have been happening in our City to make it a better place to live, work, and visit.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Make sure to hit the subscribe button for the podcast and don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @EatLocalCNY and visit us online at EatLocalCNY.com</p>
34 min
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#3 - The One With Mark Pawliw of Farm to Fork 101
<p>Mark Pawliw started Farm to Fork 101 3 1/2 years ago and has been helping bring chefs, farmers, and customers together ever since. He places high value in being local and sourcing foods from local producers as much as possible. If there was ever a person in Syracuse that was the voice for local food it would be Mark Pawliw. You can learn all about Mark and Farm to Fork 101 by attending one of their monthly events happening in Syracuse. Find them online to learn all about Mark and his amazing organization.&nbsp;</p>
34 min
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Cody Dedischew - Episode 2
<p>Chef Cody Dedischew is chef and co-owner of Defi Cuisine in downtown Syracuse and is making a some of the best food in the area. Sit down and join my conversation with Cody as we talk about food sourcing, wine and beer and his journey into the culinary world.&nbsp;</p>
52 min
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Anthony Donofrio
<p>Want to learn more about one of my favorite chefs in Syracuse? Check out this podcast with Anthony Donofrio, former chef of Modern Malt in Syracuse.&nbsp;</p>
27 min